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Portland Fruit Tree Project 
Summer Pruning (Hands-on workshop)

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Wednesday July 8th, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
In this hands-on workshop you will learn the basics of summer pruning in order to increase the health and abundance of local fruit trees! Summer Pruning is a great time to de-invigorate an overgrown tree and encourage the continued development of fruiting laterals. This fun workshop will be an opportunity to gain a basic understanding of the different types of pruning cuts and when these cuts should be used.

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 This workshop has a standard workshop fee of $25.00. Sliding scale options are provided for those who feel unable to contribute at that level.  In addition, a limited amount of full scholarships and work-trade scholarships are available.

This workshop will be hosted by one of our registered tree owners in Portland. Exact location details will be provided after you sign up.

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Volunteer on Trail Saturday with the Forest Park Conservancy! We'll be clearing the trails of encroaching vegetation and repairing a section of trailside fencing. 

What: Forest Park Volunteer Work Party

When: Saturday, July 11, 9 am - 12 pm

Where: Pittock Mansion Parking Lot, near Forest Park's Wildwood Trail

Remember to pack plenty of water and dress for all weather conditions. Long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes are required for your safety. All training, tools and work gloves will be provided.

Morning coffee and snacks are courtesy of Stumptown Coffee Roasters and Food Front Cooperative Grocery. 

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Painting Nature with Watercolor and Pen
This is a one day workshop on use of watercolor painting and pen drawing to record observations of the natural environment. This will be a relaxed workshop environment and no art experience is required. It will be a day spent focused on the joy of art and enthused observation, while enjoying the natural beauty of Reed Canyon. The workshop will be led by environmental scientist Heather Brunelle. 

In this hands-on workshop you will learn the basics of springtime pest and disease assessment and fruit thinning to increase the health and abundance of local fruit trees! This fun workshop will be an opportunity to gain a basic understanding of the different types of pests and diseases commonly found in the Portland area as well as the importance and how-to of fruit thinning. If you have samples of pest and/or disease affected fruit, leaves, or twigs - please bring them to the workshop in a sealed container so we can try to ID them.

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About the instructor: 
Jeffrey Harrison holds an M.A. in literary theory and has tutored writers of all ages at Street Roots, PCC - Rock Creek, and in online services.  His landscape contracting company is in its 7th year of providing consultation and building services to enhance native ecology, beauty, and sustainability.  He has also provided education and leadership to volunteers at Portland Fruit Tree Project for the past 4 years through the Tree Care Teams program.  He enjoys writing poetry and songs to sing and play on his guitar.

This workshop is free of charge (though contributions are gladly accepted) for tree owners who have registered fruit trees with us. Otherwise, please contribute the standard workshop fee of $25. Sliding scale options are provided for those who feel unable to contribute at that level.  In addition, a limited amount of full scholarships and work-trade scholarships are available.

The location address and other details will be provided after you register.

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Explore the Willamette River by the light of the moon! Join the Estuary Partnership for a family friendly paddle aboard our two 29' 14-passenger canoes. Paddle behind the Ross Island Complex into Holgate Channel where quiet waters provide the perfect venue for wildlife observation.

Space is limited, registration required!

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